The Tony D Podcast

I look back at a chaotic Sunday for IndyCar from Gateway. Josef Newgarden scored his 2nd win of 2026 and Myles Rowe drives from the back to score his first win of 2026. Chaos continues with silly season musical chairs and what driver could be the next domino to fall as the 2027 grid takes shape.

We have so many topics to hit when it comes to the world of IndyCar. I give my final thoughts on the Indianapolis 500 being stuck at border patrol in Detroit and what to expect in free agency and the upcoming IndyCar race from St. Louis.

I break down the field of 33 for the Indianapolis 500 discuss the week leading up and what to expect from each driver in the field of 33 going for immortality

It's a rainy morning from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. I sat own with 4 time Indy 500 winner and 6 time pole winner Rick Mears to discuss what the next 9 days at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway look like. Also, hear from Team Penske driver David Malukas on weighing the risk vs. reward ratio.

An entertaining Indy GP with wrecks, tempers flaring and a new winner at IMS

With yet another controversy regarding IndyCar's push to pass system, some out there owe Josef Newgarden an apology. I discuss the latest, hear from Josef on working towards the Indy 500 and the cool scene for IndyCar on Fox's pre-race promo that was filmed at IMS last week!

I discussed the race at Long Beach, which really didn’t entertain too many fans. I also look ahead to the Indianapolis 500 test and some things that we could see coming up in the month of May.

I spent the afternoon at IMS watching some testing around the road course. Let’s talk about the changes ahead, what to expect and possibly a new race?

The Indy 500 entry list currently sits at 32. I discuss why the #98 won’t be fielded, where the 33rd entry to come from and why bumping is important in the right scenarios.

I share memories of Final Fours attended, why Indy is perfect in so many ways for the event and who wins tomorrow nights national championship!

I discuss the field of 33 for the Indy 500 and the real possibility of no bumping during qualifying. Let’s recap the Barber weekend and look ahead to a busy IndyCar month of April

I break down the upcoming race in Barber. Give you my take on the state of college hoops and more!

3 weeks into the IndyCar season, the series has seen growth at two new races, 3 different winners and a Texas sized sweep. Here my thoughts on the Indy 500 entry list and my catchup with Colton Herta.

The much anticipated news of Honda and Chevy returning to INDYCAR for the future was broken today let’s discuss what it means for the future of the sport the teams and the latest of course with our favorite game of speculation, Dale Coyne Racing and Prema

Indycar tests down at Sebring. I discuss how the full field will look like in 2026 and how the series gets to 33 entries for the Indy 500.

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Of course it’s time for Colts to makeSome major changes and move on, IU wins the Rose Bowl in major fashion!

I look at the realistic possibility of the Chicago Bears moving to a city in northwest Indiana

Let’s breakdown the recent hires in IndyCar of the sanctioning body, the latest with Prema, and how Notre Dame could turn down the best bowl ever, the Pop Tarts Bowl!

Mick Schumacher has landed the third car at Rahal Letterman Lanigan. I discuss what this means for the future of the team, what rides are still open in IndyCar and more.

After having a shot to win last years Indy 500 with just 25 laps to go, 2014 Indy 500 winner Ryan Hunter-Reay has signed to drive for Arrow McLaren in the 2026 Indy 500. I discuss the latest with the entry list for the 500, what other seats will be filled and more in the IndyCar world.Sign up for FittBaller today! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1162732410968549Subscribe to my Patreon for articles, news and behind the scenes content sent right to your phone! patreon.com/TonyDonohue

Welcome back! Let's break down the latest rumors in IndyCar, who is landing in what seat and will the Indy 500 see 33 or more entries? I also discuss the Colts heading to Germany looking to move to 8-2. WIN A TYLER WARREN AUTOGRAPHED JERSEY from FittBaller!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTGeS0Wey_pu9xWpVFK7hAqIq3-mi1dNUe2_wOpG0gkMWXCg/viewform

The annoucement of Marco Andretti's retirement from all forms of motorsports was met with many question on the future of the 98 car at the Indy 500 and if the Andretti Global name would remain at the team. I give you my take on a 20 year career and look at the rides that are open for the 2026 Indy 500.

After a test at the Indianapolis motor Speedway, all signs are pointing to make Schumacher being in IndyCar. How does he make that happen the latest in silly season for INDYCAR and what to expect in next weeks test at the Speedway all discuss please like and subscribe thank you.

Mark Sanchez made an ass of himself, IndyCar goes testing and the Colts look GOOD

Only a month into the offseason and silly season news continues to roll in. My thoughts on the latest announcements, how David Malukas will fit at Team Penske and is Rinus set to join Juncos?

I look into 2 races that didn’t happen, a return to PHX and what 2026 will ultimately look like as the schedule is officially released

Let’s break down all that has happened this week in IndyCar from Josef Newgarden winning Nashville to Will Power landing at Andretti Global. What’s the holdup on the schedule & how Alex Palou didn’t lie to me back in May!Please LIKE & SUBSCRIBEFOLLOW ON X: @tonydindy

Will Powers future in IndyCar is still unknown and the veteran driver still isn’t sure where he will end up in 2026, but that didn’t stop him for taking his Team Penske Chevy to victory circle. I discuss the win, the controversy between Conor Daly and Christian Rasmussen and what the find 2 races have in store now that Alex Palou has clinched the title.

IndyCar heads to Portland where Alex Palou can wrap up the 2025 championship this week. IndyCar took a stray from the department of homeland security. I also discuss Fox’s new involvement with the sport and what it can mean moving forward.

I break down the Brickyard 400 and the win for Bubba Wallace. I take you through my journey as I spotted my first Xfinity race in the Pennzoil 250 and talk about the hottest topics in IndyCar. Please subscribe!!!Check out my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TonyDonohue?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator

This week, we dive into the growing concerns around IndyCar’s oval attendance and what it means for the future of the series. Is the oval tradition on life support? We also unpack the drama surrounding Josef Newgarden — from questions of fairness to how fans are split on the 2 time Indy 500 winner and how he is being perceived inside and outside the paddock. Finally, we tackle a hot-button topic: has IndyCar lost the element of danger that once made it so compelling? It’s a no-punches-pulled conversation about where the sport is headed — and what needs to change.

Will we seeA good race this weekend with a doubleHeader in Iowa? What drivers should you watch out for and why drivers need to not hold back emotions.

With 9 races down and 8 races to go, I dive into the dominance of Alex Palou so far in 2025. We take a look at each drivers year to date and what the remainder of 2025 could behold. What tracks could be added in 2026 and one driver that I feel has flew under the radar to start the season.

Although a disappointment to lose in Game 7, the Pacers run this year will be remembered forever

I discuss what the Pacers making it to the NBA Finals means and how bonkers the city will go if they win it all

I recap the Indy 500 and Detroit GP, talk about teams pushing the envelope and get you ready for the NBA Finals.

Join me as I walk through the garages and discuss each teams Indy 500 chances, what to expect from each driver and expectations for the field of 34 that will be narrowed to 33.

The Pacers comeback once again for a playoff win! The Indy GP invades the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and we hear Donald Davidson chronicle the life of Scott Brayton.

Alex Palou dominated down in Barber so let's turn our attention to the Indy GP this weekend!

Day 1 of testing for the Indy 500 has concluded, hear from Alexander Rossi, Alex Palou and Kyle Larson.

The Pacers will look to take a 2-0 advantage over the Bucks, the Colts have a top 15 draft pick and the annual Indy 500 test will keep us busy.

Kyle Kirkwood took his 3rd career win over the weekend but the big story was the TV rating that came out on Tuesday, I discuss why and how to make it better in the future

Plenty to discuss this weekend as round 3 of the IndyCar season takes to the streets of Long Beach, the Pacers secure home court for the playoffs and my thoughts on the possibility of the president attending the Indy 500.

From a blackout to Alex Palou taking the lead and pulling away late, plenty to discuss from Sunday’s race.

Nolan Siegel joins me to discuss a return to Thermal this weekend, his relationship with Tony Kanaan and how team chemistry is key to any teams success.

I talk about the latest updates to the entry list at the Indy 500, look back at my weekend in St Pete and give my take on some hot topics in motorsports!

IndyCar announced Thursday a partnership with Grid Rival as a fantasy partner. I take a look at the app, how games are played and what it means to the sport.

I discuss the latest in IndyCar with Doug Boles now set to be president of IndyCar.

Fox is pulling out the stops to promote IndyCar in 2025. I discuss how the sport is at a huge point to grow, what the Indy 500 entry list looks like and my expectations for Prema in 2025.